1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 45 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) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 499 kg more than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (201 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
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1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | Quattroporte | Multivan |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 362 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |