1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera 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, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 20 kg more than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera 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, 2005 Opel Frontera 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Quattroporte | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
