2007 Maserati GT vs. 1979 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
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 Maserati GT | 1979 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Maserati | Maserati |
Model | GT | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 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 | 1570 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |