1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Toyota | Maserati |
| Model | Corolla | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3063 mm |
