2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 25 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 780 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Sprinter | 420 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2610 mm |