2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS 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 193 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2003 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 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Maserati | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Quattroporte | SS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
