1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 644 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 208 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
