1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 15 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Quattroporte | Quest |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |