1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (211 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | 62 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 211 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |