2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Verada 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 234 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1995 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Quattroporte | Verada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
