2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | GTV | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
