1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 640 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208. 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 208 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
