2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 1 more horse power than 2013 Porsche 911. (395 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 490 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | Quattroporte | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1292 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |