2010 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 1976 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Maserati Quattroporte | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Maserati | Avanti |
Model | Quattroporte | Avanti |
Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4341 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1222 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2780 mm |