1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1139 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen C 15, 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen C 15 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | C 15 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 845 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
