2005 Audi S4 vs. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1966 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | S4 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
