1967 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1993 Xedos 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Quattroporte 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 118 more horse power than 1993 Xedos 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1993 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 509 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Xedos 6. (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Xedos |
| Model | Quattroporte | 6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
