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Maserati Quattroporte IV 2.8 Biturbo (284 Hp)
Overall Rating
Maserati Quattroporte:
The Maserati Quattroporte is a four-door full-size luxury sedan produced by Italian automobile manufacturer Maserati. The name translated from Italian means "four doors". The production of the sixth generation ended in late 2023, with the first generation introduced in 1963....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV Overview:
Maserati Quattroporte (IV). With 397 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1543 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.9 s). The top speed reaches 260 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Early luxury sedans often lacked modern safety features and were not typically subjected to Euro NCAP testing during their production period (1996-1998).
2.8 Biturbo (284 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.8L V6 offers a superb blend of power and torque, providing robust acceleration and a refined yet sporty driving character suitable for various conditions.
Fuel Economy
Achieves a respectable balance between performance and fuel efficiency, making it one of the more sensible choices in the lineup for longer journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive and elegant Marcello Gandini styling
- • Powerful and engaging Biturbo engines across the range
- • Exclusive and luxurious interior feel for its era
- • Engaging driving dynamics with a sporty character
- • Relatively rare, offering a unique ownership experience
Cons:
- • High running and maintenance costs, especially for Biturbo systems
- • Questionable reliability, particularly with electronics and engine components
- • Interior technology and ergonomics are dated by modern standards
- • Firm ride quality may not appeal to all luxury sedan buyers
- • Limited parts availability can make repairs challenging
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 1978 - 1988).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Maserati |
| Model: | Quattroporte |
| Generation: | IV |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.8 Biturbo (284 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 284 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 101.8 Hp/l [430mm less] |
| Torque: | 397 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2790 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 67 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 7.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 260 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.4 kg/Hp, 184.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.9 kg/Nm, 257.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1543 |
| Max. weight: | 1960 |
| Max load: | 417 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 475 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4550 mm mm [430mm less] |
| Width: | 1810 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Height: | 1380 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2650 mm mm [150mm less] |
| Front track: | 1522 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1502 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16; 225/50 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16; 8J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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