1966 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 875 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Maserati Quattroporte | 1972 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
Model | Quattroporte | Galant |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |