1968 Ford 17 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 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 210 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | 17 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |