1972 Holden Torana vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1972 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1972 Holden Torana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | Torana | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
