2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1960 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1960 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1960 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Quattroporte | 356 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
