1974 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 974 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1974 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1974 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Capri | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3063 mm |