1981 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1988 Toyota Century
To start off, 1988 Toyota Century is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Toyota Century. 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. 1988 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1981 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Maserati Quattroporte | 1988 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Quattroporte | Century |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
