2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Coupe. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Maserati Coupe. 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Coupe. (451 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 599 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.3 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 88 L |
