2009 BMW 335 vs. 1979 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1979 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1979 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 335 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
