2005 Audi A8 vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 42 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 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 245 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A8 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
