1975 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Pontiac | Maserati |
| Model | Firebird | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3064 mm |
