2008 BMW 135 vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 33 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 135 | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 135 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 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 | 1560 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |