1995 Hyundai Pony 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 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 610 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Pony, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Hyundai Pony | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Pony | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
