1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1965 Steyr 700C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. 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, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Maserati Quattroporte | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Maserati | Steyr |
Model | Quattroporte | 700C |
Year Released | 1964 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1950 mm |