1966 Holden HD vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1966 Holden HD is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 500 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Holden HD | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | HD | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2930 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |