1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,690 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (434 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 736 kg more than 1968 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Zephyr | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
