2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 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 350 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 990 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. 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 (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quattroporte | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
