1981 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 28 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 550 kg more than 2009 Ascari KZ1.
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 | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Maserati | Ascari |
| Model | Quattroporte | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2636 mm |
