1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 40 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 103 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | Quattroporte | Outback |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
