2009 Audi S3 vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 Audi S3 is newer by 24 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S3 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1985 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 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, 2009 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S3 | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | S3 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
