2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia 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 321 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2270 mm |
