2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1996 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Omega 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 281 more horse power than 1996 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 502 kg more than 1996 Opel Omega. 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Omega. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 1996 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Quattroporte | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
