2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1950 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1950 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Simca |
| Model | Quattroporte | 8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
