1997 Hyundai Pony vs. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Pony is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 770 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Pony. (119 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Pony | 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Pony | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
