1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 569 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | 145 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
