1983 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 375 kg more than 1983 BMW M6. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW M6 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M6 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| 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 | 1505 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
