1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 is newer by 38 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
Make | Maserati | Spyker |
Model | Quattroporte | C8 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |