1975 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 34 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 45 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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 (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Quattroporte | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2687 cc |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |
