1965 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1962 MG MGB
To start off, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGB would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1962 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 800 kg more than 1962 MG MGB. 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, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Quattroporte | 1962 MG MGB | |
Make | Maserati | MG |
Model | Quattroporte | MGB |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |