1999 BMW 540 vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (287 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540.
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, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. (382 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 540 | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 540 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 382 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |