1979 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Maserati Quattroporte | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Quattroporte | 928 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
