1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (319 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 780 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (490 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari F40 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | F40 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 319 HP |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
