1982 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, both 1982 Maserati Quattroporte and 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (205 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 285 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. 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. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 has automatic transmission and 1982 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1982 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati Quattroporte | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quattroporte | 380 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| 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 | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3080 mm |
