1999 Audi S8 vs. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 32 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 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, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | S8 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1704 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 |