1978 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1978 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 500 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Maserati Quattroporte | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | Quattroporte | P4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
