1979 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, 2005 MG ZT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 MG ZT. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 MG ZT. 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.
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1979 Maserati Quattroporte | 2005 MG ZT | |
Make | Maserati | MG |
Model | Quattroporte | ZT |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |