1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. 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 (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 616 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Mazda | Maserati |
Model | 616 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3063 mm |