2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1972 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2. 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1972 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2480 mm |
