2000 Oldsmobile SS vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. 2000 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Oldsmobile SS | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Maserati |
| Model | SS | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
