2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1973 ZIL 114
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 ZIL 114. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 ZIL 114 weights approximately 1248 kg more than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 1973 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 1973 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Maserati | ZIL |
| Model | Quattroporte | 114 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 3180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3770 mm |
