2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello 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 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Maranello.
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 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Maranello | 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | Maranello | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
