2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1961 Renault Floride
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride 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 361 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1961 Renault Floride. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1961 Renault Floride | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | Quattroporte | Floride |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |