1963 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 50 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 99 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 94 kg more than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1963 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Quattroporte | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3246 mm |
