2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac GTO. (365 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 532 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | Quattroporte | GTO |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |