1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Porsche | Maserati |
| Model | 911 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
