2007 BMW 120 vs. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 42 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 101 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 120 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |