2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356.
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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Quattroporte | 356 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |