2007 Maserati GT 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 Maserati GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GT would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Maserati GT. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 Maserati GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT. 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, both vehicles can yield 451 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | GT | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
