2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone, 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1981 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1981 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Quattroporte | Leone |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2390 mm |