1989 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Taurus 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 344 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 590 kg more than 1989 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Taurus, 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Taurus | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3064 mm |
