2007 Alpina D3 vs. 1989 Maserati 420
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina D3 | 1989 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Alpina | Maserati |
Model | D3 | 420 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |