2005 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 979 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Quattroporte | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Quattroporte | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4227 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 135 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2430 mm |