2008 Acura RL vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 426 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL. 2008 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1963 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Acura | Maserati |
| Model | RL | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
