1965 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 133 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quattroporte | Passat |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
