1969 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1969 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Quattroporte (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 940 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Quattroporte | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Maserati | Morris |
| Model | Quattroporte | Minor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2190 mm |
