1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 525 kg more than 1971 Dodge Dart. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Dart | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 319 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
