1985 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 109 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | Lagonda | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 90 L |
