2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1995 Nissan Presea

To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea 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 302 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Presea. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 790 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea. 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, 1995 Nissan Presea, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Presea 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Maserati Quattroporte 1995 Nissan Presea
Make Maserati Nissan
Model Quattroporte Presea
Year Released 2009 1995
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4691 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 425 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2590 mm


 

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