1972 Honda 1300 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 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 705 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | 1300 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2963 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2810 mm |