1964 Honda S500 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 281 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1964 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1964 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | S500 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 319 HP |
Torque | 39 Nm | 490 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 | 680 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |