2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 516 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (401 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | LR3 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
