1965 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 47 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 81 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 258 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. 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, 2012 Nissan Altima, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Quattroporte | Altima |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |