1966 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1964 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. 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, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Maserati Quattroporte | 1964 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
Model | Quattroporte | 500 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2070 mm |