2009 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 861 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 1985 Maserati 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Accord | 420 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |