1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1970 Rover P5B is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati Quattroporte 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 97 more horse power than 1970 Rover P5B. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 Rover P5B. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover P5B. 1970 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1963 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 1970 Rover P5B | |
Make | Maserati | Rover |
Model | Quattroporte | P5B |
Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |