1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | 500 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3063 mm |
