1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 690 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon, 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Eagle | Maserati |
| Model | Talon | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1265 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3070 mm |
