2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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.
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2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 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 | 1500 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |