2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 44 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Maserati Quattroporte. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1965 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1965 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Durango | 1965 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Durango | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |