1980 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (224 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 960 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Maserati Quattroporte | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Maserati | Morgan |
| Model | Quattroporte | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2500 mm |
