1988 Austin Montego vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Montego 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 305 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 813 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego, 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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Montego | 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Montego | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |
