1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 366 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Turbo | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | Turbo | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 349 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2576 mm |