2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 606 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 504. 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Quattroporte | 504 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4243 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |