2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 397 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Quattroporte | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
