2003 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. (460 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Quattroporte | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |