1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 800 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Italdesign Nazca | 1981 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Italdesign | Maserati |
| Model | Nazca | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
