1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 339 kg more than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Suburban | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3063 mm |
