2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 34 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 450 kg more than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. 2000 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1966 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1966 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | SSR | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
