1981 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Skyline | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Nissan | Maserati |
| Model | Skyline | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2576 mm |
