1969 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 43 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Quattroporte. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 818 kg more than 1969 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 will offer significantly more control. 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. 2012 Land Rover LR4 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. 2012 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Land Rover |
| Model | Quattroporte | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2885 mm |
