1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 390 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper. 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Viper | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |