1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 103 kg more than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Biscayne | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |