1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 500 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | Kingswood | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |