1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 693 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 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 Lamborghini Espada (393 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (230 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Espada | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2299 mm |
