1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Scorpio | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Scorpio | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |