1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA 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 185 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 800 kg more than 1962 MG MGA. 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, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Maserati | MG |
Model | Quattroporte | MGA |
Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |