2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1983 Tatra T613
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1983 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1983 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 174 kg more than 1983 Tatra T613. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Tatra T613. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1983 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1983 Tatra T613 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 1983 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Maserati | Tatra |
| Model | Quattroporte | T613 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2990 mm |
