2007 Audi S6 vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 23 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | S6 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
