1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 919 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Giulia | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
