1978 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
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 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Maserati | Noble |
| Model | Quattroporte | M12 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
