2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto 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 354 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 989 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. 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, 2006 Fiat Punto, 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Punto | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
