2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1986 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Century 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 242 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 Toyota Century. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 1986 Toyota Century | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Quattroporte | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2870 mm |