2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 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 281 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604. 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Quattroporte | 604 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4690 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 434 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |