1979 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 27 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 68 kg more than 2006 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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.
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1979 Maserati Quattroporte | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Quattroporte | Milan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |