1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 676 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40. 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | GT 40 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3070 mm |
