1960 Ford Popular vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. 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. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Ford Popular | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Popular | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |