1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
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 (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Porsche 944 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Porsche | Maserati |
Model | 944 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |