2007 BMW 330 vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 330 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |