2007 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 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 312 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 856 kg more than 1977 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | 929 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
