1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1980 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 520 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1980 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Belmont | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4140 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
