2004 Audi A4 vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. 2004 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1963 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | A4 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |