2008 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2013 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. (433 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi A8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | A8 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3064 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
