1979 Datsun 280 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Datsun 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Datsun 280 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Datsun 280. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun 280 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun 280. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun 280 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Datsun | Maserati |
| Model | 280 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2751 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2299 mm |
