1988 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Toyota | Maserati |
Model | Land Cruiser | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3429 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |