1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Caprice | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |