1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 935 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Sierra | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |