2006 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 40 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 290 kg more than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1966 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 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, 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, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1966 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
