2008 Lexus GS vs. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS. 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, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS. 2008 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1964 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | GS | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
