1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AMC Gremlin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AMC Gremlin would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 713 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1970 AMC Gremlin has manual transmission. 1970 AMC Gremlin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | AMC | Maserati |
| Model | Gremlin | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
