2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Nova 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 289 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 867 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova. 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, 1997 Holden Nova, 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 1997 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Maserati | Holden |
| Model | Quattroporte | Nova |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
