1999 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1954 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (451 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | R8 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 610 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 451 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |