1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 840 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Caterham Super 7 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Caterham | Maserati |
Model | Super 7 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |