1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC Hornet would be higher. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 596 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet. 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | AMC | Maserati |
Model | Hornet | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 4930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |