1990 Audi V8 vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi V8 | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | V8 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |