1978 Holden GTS vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 457 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1978 Holden GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Holden | Maserati |
| Model | GTS | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
