2009 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 141 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 530 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
