1968 AMC AMX vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | AMC | Maserati |
Model | AMX | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2576 mm |