2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1973 Opel Manta
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Manta 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 375 more horse power than 1973 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1973 Opel Manta. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Manta. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Manta has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Manta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1973 Opel Manta | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Quattroporte | Manta |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4690 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 434 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2440 mm |