2011 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 654 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | 1960 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Maserati | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Quattroporte | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
