1977 Audi 100 vs. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 544 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | 100 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
