2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP) has 322 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
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2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Quattroporte | 323 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 451 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |