1970 Seat 1500 vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 830 kg more than 1970 Seat 1500. 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 Seat 1500 | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Seat | Maserati |
| Model | 1500 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3064 mm |
