1995 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 928. (345 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 584 kg more than 1995 Porsche 928. 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 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 928 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:
1995 Porsche 928 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Porsche | Maserati |
Model | 928 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5395 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 433 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 489 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3063 mm |