2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. (235 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1985 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Quattroporte | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
