1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 528 kg more than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1967 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Suburban | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
