1974 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane 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 280 more horse power than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 532 kg more than 1974 Ford Fairlane. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Fairlane | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3063 mm |