1992 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 690 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda RX-7 | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Mazda | Maserati |
| Model | RX-7 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
