1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
Model | Charmant | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3063 mm |