2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. (425 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ferrari F430. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | F430 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
