1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220

To start off, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 37 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 112 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 830 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Maserati Quattroporte 2001 Vauxhall VX220
Make Maserati Vauxhall
Model Quattroporte VX220
Year Released 1964 2001
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4136 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 257 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2340 mm


 

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