2003 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | Cobra | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2299 mm |