2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 (319 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 583 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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 (490 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (408 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Maserati | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Quattroporte | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
