1981 Porsche 930 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 691 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 930. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 930. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 930 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Porsche | Maserati |
| Model | 930 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3063 mm |
