2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1301 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Express | 420 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
