1995 Audi Coupe vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1995 Audi Coupe. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 431 kg more than 1995 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi Coupe. (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | Coupe | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3070 mm |
