1982 Subaru Leone 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 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1982 Subaru Leone. 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 Subaru Leone, 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 (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1982 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1982 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Subaru Leone | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Subaru | Maserati |
| Model | Leone | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3063 mm |
