2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (396 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 596 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 360 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |