2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 45 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 335 kg more than 1964 Maserati Quattroporte.
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 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire 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. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Crossfire | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
