1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen 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 (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1975 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 506 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Aspen | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 231 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 | 1485 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3063 mm |