1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 482 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3.3 | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 3.3 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |