1966 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 47 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 59 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 427 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Maserati Quattroporte | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Maserati | Scion |
| Model | Quattroporte | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
