2004 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 530 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2924 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 349 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |