1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte

To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 689 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
Make Ferrari Maserati
Model 250 GT Quattroporte
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 4227 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 262 Nm 451 Nm
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 80 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1929 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 90 L


 

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