2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F 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 316 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 656 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Model F 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.
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2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Quattroporte | Model F |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2240 mm |