1991 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lexus LS 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 (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1991 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1991 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 176 kg more than 1991 Lexus LS. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lexus LS. (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lexus LS | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Lexus | Maserati |
Model | LS | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3969 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3063 mm |