1991 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1991 Ford Granada. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 562 kg more than 1991 Ford Granada. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Granada. (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Granada | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Granada | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3063 mm |