2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Quattroporte | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2380 mm |