1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (347 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. (257 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 350 kg more than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Quattroporte | E |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 347 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
