1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 904 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | 1750 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
