1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 33 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 167 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | 626 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
