2009 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2009 BMW 740. (302 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 BMW 740. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 740 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 740 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3998 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 425 HP |
Torque | 390 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |