1970 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Quattroporte | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Quattroporte | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
