1964 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 47 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1964 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1127 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1964 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford GT 40 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | GT 40 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3063 mm |
