1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 300 kg more than 1980 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery | 1980 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Discovery | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
