2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 239 kg more than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar. 2004 Ford Freestar 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 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Freestar | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Freestar | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 362 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |