1979 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 33 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 341 kg more than 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1979 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1979 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Maserati | Bentley |
| Model | Quattroporte | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2746 mm |
