1986 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Prelude | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Prelude | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |