1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 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 67 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Maserati Quattroporte | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | C |
Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |