1983 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II 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 170 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Quattroporte | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
