1949 Allard K1 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard K1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard K1 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1949 Allard K1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard K1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard K1 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard K1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard K1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard K1 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Allard | Maserati |
Model | K1 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 40 L |