2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Magna 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 283 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (112 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 712 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Quattroporte | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2600 mm |
