1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
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 @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 400 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
