1965 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 36 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 101 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 29 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Quattroporte | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Quattroporte | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 171 Nm |
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 | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |