1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo 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 Cuneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo 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 (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 943 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo has manual transmission. 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Cuneo | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Cuneo | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3063 mm |
