1975 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 30 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. (287 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Quattroporte | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
