1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1978 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 993 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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.
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1996 Ferrari F50 | 1978 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | F50 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |