2010 Maserati GranTurismo vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Maserati GranTurismo would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 433 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 489 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | GranTurismo | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1984 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
