1983 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 490 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 604. 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Quattroporte | 604 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4930 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |