1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1970 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1970 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Discovery | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
