1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Express | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3070 mm |