1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1966 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Explorer | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
