1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (287 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Monaro | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
