1967 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 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 209 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 964 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Maserati Quattroporte | 1966 Renault 8 | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | Quattroporte | 8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |