1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Opel | Maserati |
Model | Rekord | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3063 mm |