1979 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1979 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 101 kg more than 1979 Lincoln Continental. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Lincoln | Maserati |
Model | Continental | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6554 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 79.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3070 mm |