1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 345 kg more than 1997 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. (460 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari Maranello | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | Maranello | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 90 L |
