2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911.
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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Quattroporte | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |