2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone 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 (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 850 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. 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, 1993 Subaru Leone, 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 (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
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2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Quattroporte | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |