1970 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. 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 145 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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.
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1970 Maserati Quattroporte | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Quattroporte | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4709 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |