1967 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 45 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 98 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 149 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159, 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Maserati | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Quattroporte | 159 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
