1967 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1962 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen 1500 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 844 kg more than 1962 Volkswagen 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | 1962 Volkswagen 1500 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Quattroporte | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
