1965 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1972 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 404 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Quattroporte 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 194 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 635 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 404. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | 1972 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Quattroporte | 404 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
