2011 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1990 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1990 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 961 kg more than 1990 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Telstar, 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Maserati Quattroporte | 1990 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | Quattroporte | Telstar |
Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2520 mm |