2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1960 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1960 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Maserati | Morgan |
Model | Quattroporte | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |