1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 478 kg more than 2010 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (326 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
Model | Valiant | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2299 mm |