2002 Acura MDX vs. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte

To start off, 2002 Acura MDX is newer by 36 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 18 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte.

Because 2002 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura MDX 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, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX. 2002 Acura MDX 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. 2002 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2002 Acura MDX 1966 Maserati Quattroporte
Make Acura Maserati
Model MDX Quattroporte
Year Released 2002 1966
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3470 cc 4136 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2760 mm