1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Giulietta | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
