1958 Isuzu Minx vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1958 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1958 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Isuzu Minx | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Isuzu | Maserati |
Model | Minx | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |