1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 784 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | Belmont | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3063 mm |