2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 2 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G37. (348 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 269 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G37. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2011 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2011 Infiniti G37 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 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Maserati | Infiniti |
| Model | Quattroporte | G37 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
