1954 BMW 340 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 340 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1954 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 340 weights approximately 340 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 340 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 340 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2299 mm |
