1983 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 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, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (276 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Quattroporte | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
