2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 390 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.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1966 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1966 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Yukon | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
