2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5.
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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover 3.5. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | Quattroporte | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2820 mm |
