1975 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 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 83 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 670 kg more than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
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1975 Maserati Quattroporte | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Quattroporte | Transporter |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3410 mm |