2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 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 336 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 575 kg more than 1973 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Quattroporte | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
