2007 Ford Focus vs. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 378 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Focus | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1326 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
