2008 Ford Focus vs. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 43 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 85 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1965 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Focus | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 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 | 4460 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
