1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 985 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Vega | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Vega | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5097 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3064 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |