1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet APV 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 (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 400 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet APV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (460 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | APV | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3064 mm |
