1997 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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 122 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Accord | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
