2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II 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 288 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Quattroporte | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2590 mm |
