1980 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1972 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 740 kg more than 1972 Toyota 2000GT. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Maserati Quattroporte | 1972 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Quattroporte | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
