1973 Renault 15 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Renault 15 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Renault 15 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Renault | Maserati |
| Model | 15 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
