1989 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 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 186 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 655 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 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:
1989 Porsche 911 | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Porsche | Maserati |
Model | 911 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5097 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3064 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |