1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 809 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | GT 40 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
