2011 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1978 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Datsun 280Z would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1978 Datsun 280Z. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1978 Datsun 280Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 687 kg more than 1978 Datsun 280Z. 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 (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | 1978 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Maserati | Datsun |
| Model | Quattroporte | 280Z |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
