1969 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Quattroporte (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 430 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1969 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1969 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Quattroporte | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Quattroporte | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
