2005 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 844 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Quattroporte | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4227 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1929 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
