1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 209 kg more than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Suburban | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3063 mm |
