1964 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 333 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Cee'd, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Maserati | Kia |
| Model | Quattroporte | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
