1998 Holden Commodore vs. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore 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 59 more horse power than 1998 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 94 kg more than 1998 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Commodore | 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | Commodore | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |