1979 Ford LTD vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | LTD | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
