2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,690 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (434 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1983 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 (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4690 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 434 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2370 mm |
