2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1978 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 Maserati Quattroporte.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1978 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Tahoe | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
