1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 710 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Zephyr | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 319 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 490 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |