2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1960 NSU Sport
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1416 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1960 NSU Sport | |
| Make | Maserati | NSU |
| Model | Quattroporte | Sport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2010 mm |
