1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 899 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | 160 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3063 mm |
