2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Belmont 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 321 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. 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, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont, 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Maserati | Vauxhall |
Model | Quattroporte | Belmont |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |