2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 1964 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera 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 23 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Because 1964 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera. 2009 Hyundai Azera 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 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Azera | 1964 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
Model | Azera | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |