2004 BMW 745 vs. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 745 | 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 745 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 362 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |