1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 523 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 348 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 348 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |