1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 32 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 64 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406. 1995 Peugeot 406 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. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Quattroporte | 406 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |