1975 Ford Torino vs. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 11 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 162 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 50 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Torino | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |