1974 De Tomaso Deauville 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 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 60 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Deauville | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 319 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 490 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |