1990 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria. (366 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Crown Victoria | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Crown Victoria | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 319 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 490 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |