2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1987 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 420. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1987 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 420. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1987 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1987 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1987 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Envoy | 420 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
