1963 BMW 700 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700.
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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 700 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 700 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |