1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (434 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Bentley Turbo. (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Bentley Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Turbo | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Bentley | Maserati |
Model | Turbo | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 434 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 90 L |