1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 830 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | GTV | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1930 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
