2007 Hummer H3 vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 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 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Hummer | Maserati |
| Model | H3 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
