2009 Ford Flex vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 979 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex, 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Flex | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
