2005 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1974 Mazda 818
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 818 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 322 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1974 Mazda 818. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 818. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | 1974 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | 818 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4227 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2320 mm |
