2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 527 kg more than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (401 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Ram | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2810 mm |
