1991 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 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 (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 484 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | 100 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
