2008 Lexus IS vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 273 kg more than 1985 Maserati 420.
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, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | IS | 420 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
