1988 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 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 (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1988 BMW M5. (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 257 kg more than 1988 BMW M5. 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M5 | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M5 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
