1966 Checker Town vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Checker Town would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 160 kg more than 1966 Checker Town. 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.
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1966 Checker Town | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Checker | Maserati |
Model | Town | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3766 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3070 mm |