1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 15 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 212 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 875 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 1978 Skoda L | |
Make | Maserati | Skoda |
Model | Quattroporte | L |
Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1046 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |