2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Panda | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
