1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 350 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Maserati |
| Model | SP2 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3063 mm |
