1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte

To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 209 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.

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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Fairlane 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
Make Ford Maserati
Model Fairlane Quattroporte
Year Released 1991 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3948 cc 4243 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 186 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 7250 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 442 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 3070 mm


 

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