Ferrari
599
Maserati
Quattroporte
Ferrari 599 vs Maserati Quattroporte: 2020 Comparison
The short answer
Based on available data, the Ferrari 599 comes out ahead of the Maserati Quattroporte on power. Check the specs table and owner sentiment below for the full comparison before deciding between the two. Both are covered by real owner reports on CarWizz.
Specs side by side
What owners say
599
Overall
Owner sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with the 599 GTB Fiorano and its GTO variant celebrated as a highly desirable, reliable, and sonically magnificent front-engined V12 grand tourer. The vehicle is consistently praised for its beautiful engine noise, considered one of the best-sounding cars on the road, and for its surprising reliability for a Ferrari, with reports of trouble-free long-term use. The chassis is noted as a significant step forward from its predecessor, the 575.
Best version to buy
Insufficient owner data available to declare a definitive "best" version. The 599 GTO is repeatedly mentioned as a special, rare, and highly desirable variant.
Known issues
- ⚠Immobilizer/starting issues: engine cranks but won't start, error codes cannot be cleared, potentially requiring dealer intervention. Frequency: isolated.
- ⚠F1 transmission clutch wear: high wear rate, especially in stop-and-go traffic; replacement cost approximately $3,000 plus labor. Frequency: recurrent (mentioned in context of similar-era Ferrari/Maserati F1 systems).
- ⚠Suspension component wear: rear shock absorbers developing slow leaks. Frequency: isolated.
Quattroporte
Overall
Sentiment is sharply divided and heavily dependent on the specific generation and powertrain. The consensus indicates that the vehicle is a deeply emotional purchase driven by passion for its design, sound, and driving character, not rational ownership. The Ferrari-developed 4.7L V8 models (circa 2004-2013) are frequently described as "fantastic," "beautiful," "iconic," and "intoxicating" to drive, with a sublime engine note and a "classy, baller feel." However, these older V8 models are almost universally associated with very high maintenance costs, expensive parts, and a high likelihood of significant reliability issues, particularly with early automated manual ("F1") transmissions and electrical systems.
Best version to buy
The 2009-2013 Quattroporte S or GTS with the 4.7L Ferrari-derived V8 and the ZF automatic transmission is most frequently cited as the desirable version. This configuration is praised for its glorious engine, improved transmission reliability over the earlier "F1" automated manual, and the classic Pininfarina design.
Known issues
- ⚠Catastrophic reliability concerns (general): Very frequent mentions of high likelihood of major, expensive failures, particularly on older, high-mileage V8 models. Frequency: very frequent.
- ⚠Electrical system issues: Described as a "nightmare," with nagging gremlins, faulty modules, and persistent check engine lights. Frequency: very frequent.
- ⚠Exorbitant maintenance and parts costs: Routine service (e.g., oil changes $200+), extremely expensive replacement parts (e.g., $80 oil filters, $3,000 front shocks), and dealer labor rates compared to mainstream brands.
The verdict
The Ferrari 599 is the better choice for most buyers.
It has more power on its best-equipped version than the Maserati Quattroporte, based on the data above. If efficiency matters more to you than outright power, the Maserati Quattroporte is worth a closer look instead.
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Frequently asked questions
Which is more reliable, the Ferrari 599 or the Maserati Quattroporte?
Owner reports show similar reliability sentiment for the Ferrari 599 and the Maserati Quattroporte. Check the known issues listed above for specific differences between the two.
Which is better for families, the Ferrari 599 or the Maserati Quattroporte?
The Maserati Quattroporte seats more passengers than the Ferrari 599 on its catalogued best-equipped version. Body type also differs: the Ferrari 599 is classed as a Coupe, the Maserati Quattroporte as a Sedan.
Which has better fuel economy, the Ferrari 599 or the Maserati Quattroporte?
Fuel consumption data is limited for one or both models. Check the specs table above for the figures available on each catalogued version.
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Ferrari 599 or the Maserati Quattroporte?
Exact maintenance costs aren't in our data, but owner reports mention cost-related concerns more often for the Ferrari 599 than the Maserati Quattroporte. See the known issues comparison above.