1965 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 48 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 430 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.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Maserati Quattroporte | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Quattroporte | M |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2915 mm |