1975 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon is newer by 20 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (287 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Maserati | Plymouth |
| Model | Quattroporte | Neon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
