1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 562 kg more than 1981 Ford Falcon. 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Falcon | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Falcon | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |