1990 Holden Barina 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 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 810 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina, 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Barina | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 3070 mm |
