2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Quattroporte | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2280 mm |