1994 Nissan Crew vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 751 kg more than 1994 Nissan Crew. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Crew. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Crew. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Crew will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Crew | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Nissan | Maserati |
| Model | Crew | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3063 mm |
