2008 Audi A4 vs. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte.
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2008 Audi A4 | 1966 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | A4 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |