1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 770 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Guara | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 4930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |