1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 416 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | Quattroporte | Renown |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
