2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 167 more horse power than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. (433 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (815 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Maserati Quattroporte. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8201 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 433 HP |
Torque | 815 Nm | 489 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5097 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3064 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |