1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant 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 (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 570 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Valiant | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3521 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3064 mm |
