1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 23 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 965 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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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1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 250 GTO | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 319 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 490 Nm |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 90 L |