2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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 80 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (316 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Quattroporte | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |