2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire 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 247 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 378 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire, 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
| Model | Quattroporte | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
