2005 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric 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 330 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 564 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Quattroporte | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4227 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |
