1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 43 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 41 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. 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, 2006 Mazda 6, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Quattroporte | 6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2964 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
