1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 46 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 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 BMW 123. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Maserati Quattroporte | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Quattroporte | 123 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |