2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 94 kg more than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Centieme | 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Centieme | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |