1984 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 899 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | 90 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3070 mm |
