1968 Ford 17 vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 825 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | 17 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
