2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 237 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Maserati | Holden |
Model | Quattroporte | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |