1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 995 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Corsair | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 319 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
