2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator 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 261 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 616 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 1983 Opel Senator | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Quattroporte | Senator |
Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |