1983 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 29 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. 2012 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1983 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Quattroporte | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2896 mm |
