1966 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 41 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 123 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 225 kg more than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner. 2007 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1966 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Maserati Quattroporte | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Quattroporte | Mariner |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |