1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri. 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.
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1976 BMW Karmann Asso di Quadri | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | Karmann Asso di Quadri | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5097 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3064 mm |