1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1984 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 20 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 161 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 854 kg more than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Maserati | Reliant |
| Model | Quattroporte | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |
