1965 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Vitesse 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 186 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 820 kg more than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Quattroporte | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Maserati | Triumph |
Model | Quattroporte | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |