1970 Suzuki Fronte vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 910 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Suzuki Fronte | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Suzuki | Maserati |
| Model | Fronte | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 4700 cc |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1970 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
