2007 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 930 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | 818 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2320 mm |
