2007 BMW M6 vs. 1980 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1980 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 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.
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2007 BMW M6 | 1980 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M6 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |