2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 971 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Record has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Record will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Quattroporte | Record |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
