1971 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Quattroporte (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 878 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. 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 Maserati Quattroporte | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
