1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 970 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Jimmy | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2299 mm |
