1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 23 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Chevelle | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
