1970 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 40 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 882 kg more than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. 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. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1970 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1970 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Maserati Quattroporte | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
Model | Quattroporte | Escalade |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4709 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3302 mm |