1983 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 25 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
