1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 465 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300. 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, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1966 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | 2300 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |