2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1986 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | F430 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
