1975 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 32 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 59 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1975 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Quattroporte | 330 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
