1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, both vehicles can yield 442 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Avanti | Maserati |
| Model | Avanti | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |
