2009 BMW 750 vs. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1981 Maserati Quattroporte. 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. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1981 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1981 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 750 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
