1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 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 143 more horse power than 1989 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 747 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200. 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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford RS 200 | 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | RS 200 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 4227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 90 L |
