1970 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1970 Triumph GT6

To start off, both 1970 Maserati Quattroporte and 1970 Triumph GT6 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 810 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Maserati Quattroporte 1970 Triumph GT6
Make Maserati Triumph
Model Quattroporte GT6
Year Released 1970 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4709 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 286 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1730 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2120 mm


 

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