1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 41 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (262 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. (257 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 191 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, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Caprice. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Caprice. 2005 Holden Caprice 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. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Maserati | Holden |
| Model | Quattroporte | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3009 mm |
