2004 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 284 kg more than 2004 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A8 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
