2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Pulsar 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 (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 855 kg more than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. 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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar, 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Quattroporte | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2440 mm |
