2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati Quattroporte 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 217 more horse power than 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
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 @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati Quattroporte. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 599 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 90 L |
