1973 Nissan Cherry 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 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry 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 (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1311 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Nissan | Maserati |
| Model | Cherry | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3063 mm |
