1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 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, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | Dino | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
