1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 42 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 68 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325. 2006 BMW 325 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. 2006 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Quattroporte | 325 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
