1981 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1981 Opel Rekord

To start off, both 1981 Maserati Quattroporte and 1981 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 800 kg more than 1981 Opel Rekord.

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:

1981 Maserati Quattroporte 1981 Opel Rekord
Make Maserati Opel
Model Quattroporte Rekord
Year Released 1981 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4134 cc 1689 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 267 HP 0 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2680 mm


 

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