1998 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 416 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | NSX | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |