1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Scarabeo | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Scarabeo | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
