2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 338 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Maserati | Mazda |
Model | Quattroporte | Familia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |