1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 415 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | DB5 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |