2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
Model | 300 | 420 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2610 mm |