1967 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Firebird. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 330 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Pontiac | Maserati |
| Model | Firebird | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 425 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3064 mm |
