2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1970 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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.
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2009 Ferrari F430 | 1970 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | F430 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4306 cc | 4709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |