2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Lumina | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5799 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1700 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
