1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1968 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 584 kg more than 1968 Fiat Dino. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat Dino | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | Dino | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 90 L |