2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 448 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Mustang | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
