2006 Honda Accord vs. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 41 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (188 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 122 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Accord | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |