1971 BMW Touring vs. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 836 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | Touring | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |