2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1999 Noble M10
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Noble M10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Noble M10 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1999 Noble M10. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 Noble M10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Noble M10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Noble M10. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Noble M10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 1999 Noble M10 | |
| Make | Maserati | Noble |
| Model | Quattroporte | M10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4243 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
