1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1971 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1971 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Maserati Quattroporte. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1971 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1971 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
