1998 Ford Contour vs. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 293 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Contour | 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Contour | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6625 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |