2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 702 kg more than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Express | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2760 mm |
