1965 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 46 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 304 kg more than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte.
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1965 Maserati Quattroporte | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Quattroporte | Xterra |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |