2011 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 535 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
