1966 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Quattroporte 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 175 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 686 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Maserati Quattroporte | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Quattroporte | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
