1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 994 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Opel Ascona | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Opel | Maserati |
Model | Ascona | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3063 mm |