2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1972 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 765 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Centura. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1972 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Maserati | Chrysler |
| Model | Quattroporte | Centura |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
