1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 785 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3064 mm |
