1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 571 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Porsche | Maserati |
Model | 993 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3063 mm |