2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (395 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari F430 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | F430 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4309 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |