2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 12 kg more than 1963 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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Thunderbird | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
