1983 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 612 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000, 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Maserati | Saab |
| Model | Quattroporte | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
