2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 732 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica.
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2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
Model | Quattroporte | Corsica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |