1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1981 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 200 kg more than 1959 Land Rover 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 1981 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | 109 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
