1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 514 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 2002 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
