1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 153 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 1964 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2012 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord 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. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | Quattroporte | Accord |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2741 mm |
