2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 360 | 420 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |