2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 919 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1988 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1988 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Silverado | 420 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
