2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1980 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 25 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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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2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1980 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | 8C Competizione | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 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 | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |