1970 GAZ 24 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 274 kg more than 1970 GAZ 24. 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | GAZ | Maserati |
| Model | 24 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3070 mm |
