1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 40 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 132 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy, 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
