2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica 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 378 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. 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.
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2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Quattroporte | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4691 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2170 mm |