1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,187 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 1974 Cadillac Eldorado (515 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (490 Nm). This means 1974 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Eldorado | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8187 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 319 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 90 L |
