1974 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1494 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Chante | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Mazda | Maserati |
| Model | Chante | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 4700 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3063 mm |
