1999 Audi S8 vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 36 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1963 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Audi S8 | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | S8 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |