1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Mazda | Maserati |
| Model | RX-01 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
