2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | Quattroporte | 535 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
