1967 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 29 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 766 kg more than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has automatic transmission and 1967 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Maserati Quattroporte | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | Maserati | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Quattroporte | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |