1993 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra 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 315 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 875 kg more than 1993 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
