1975 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 480 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Maserati Quattroporte | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Quattroporte | 929 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |