2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 4,690 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (434 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Quattroporte | 914 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4690 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 434 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
