2011 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1976 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 35 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 404 kg more than 1976 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Maserati Quattroporte | 1976 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Maserati | Avanti |
Model | Quattroporte | Avanti |
Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1984 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2780 mm |