1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 33 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 300 kg more than 1976 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Avanti | Maserati |
Model | Avanti | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1880 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 |