2002 Lexus IS vs. 1990 Maserati 420
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus IS weights approximately 365 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420.
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 Lexus IS (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Maserati 420. 2002 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1990 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1990 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus IS | 1990 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | IS | 420 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
