1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Charger | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3070 mm |