1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Maserati Quattroporte. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 207 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
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. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1971 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1971 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Corvette | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
