1972 BMW Touring vs. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1981 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 870 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1972 BMW Touring | 1981 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | Touring | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |