2004 BMW M6 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (425 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 BMW M6.
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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M6 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M6 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |