2001 Daihatsu Copen vs. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Copen would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Copen, 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, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Copen | 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
| Model | Copen | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
