2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda AZ-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda AZ-1 would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 736 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Coupe | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |
