2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 712 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Quattroporte | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2630 mm |