1954 Citroen 15 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 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Citroen 15 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | 15 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2299 mm |