2008 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 120 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (319 HP) has 158 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (330 Nm). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 120 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 319 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
