2001 Opel Speedster vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2001 Opel Speedster. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1042 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster. 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Speedster. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Speedster. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Speedster | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Opel | Maserati |
| Model | Speedster | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
