2023 Ghibli vs. 2023 Quattroporte Comparison

History of the Quattroporte and Ghibli

First introduced in the early 1960s, the Maserati Quattroporte first made its debut. At the time, drivers were searching for a luxury sedan that combined premium comfort with the race-winning pedigree associated with Maserati sports cars. In constructing the Quattroporte, Maserati engineers drew inspiration from its stable of racing engines and sport-focused chassis. Italian for “4 doors”, the Maserati Quattroporte captured the hearts of thousands around the globe and is now in its 6th generation.

Debuting shortly afterward in 1966 at the Turin Motor Show, the Maserati Ghibli was initially powered by a 4.7L dual-cam V8 and a 0-60 time of fewer than 7 seconds. The Ghibli has gone through several iterations, initially being sold as a 2-door coupe through the 1990s before being reintroduced in 2014. Today’s Maserati Ghibli helps drivers stand out from the mundane competition from Germany and Japan with its quintessential Italian design, track-bred performance, and coupe-like agility.

To help you understand the key differences between these two exciting sports sedans, Maserati of Akron has assembled this in-depth model comparison. After you learn the distinctions between the two, you’ll have no trouble deciding whether the Ghibli or Quattroporte is the better fit for your lifestyle.

What’s the Difference Between the Maserati Ghibli and Maserati Quattroporte?

If you’re in the market for a high-performance luxury sedan, it’s only natural that you’ve narrowed your choices down to the Maserati Ghibli and Quattroporte. The wheelbase of the Ghibli is shorter at 118 inches (6.8 inches smaller than the Quattroporte) and a total length of 195.7 inches is also nearly a foot shorter than the Quattroporte. In terms of performance, the Ghibli offers your choice of a Twin Turbo V6 ranging from 345 to 424 horsepower. Ghibli Trofeo models offer maximum thrills thanks to a muscular 3.8-liter Twin-Turbo V8. Escape the world of grey, business-like conformity among midsize luxury sedans with the pulse-pounding Maserati Ghibli which starts at $85,300 MSRP.

Featuring a similarly seductive profile as the Ghibli, the Maserati Quattroporte offers greater interior dimensions, a longer wheelbase at 124.8 inches, and a total length of 207.2 inches for a more composed ride at all speeds. The Quattroporte is available in 4 distinct models: the Quattroporte GT, Modena, Modena Q4, and Trofeo each with varying options. Drivers will have their choice of either a Twin Turbo V6 with 345 or 424 horsepower or a Twin-Turbo V8 with a heart-racing 580 horsepower. For the ultimate Maserati sports sedan experience, the Quattroporte starts at $108,400 MSRP.

Maserati Ghibli vs Maserati Quattroporte

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Maserati Ghibli Modena vs Maserati Quattroporte Modena

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Design Features Compared

From the moment you set foot inside the cabin of the Maserati Ghibli or Quattroporte, you’ll find yourself surrounded by bespoke Italian craftsmanship including genuine leather and exotic materials. Both models include generous dimensions in both the front and rear along with hand-crafted accents throughout. Standard features include a 10.1-inch Maserati Intelligent Assistant (MIA) touchscreen display featuring Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration along with a rearview camera. Other available interior amenities include the Harman Kardon Premium Sound System, a power rear sunblind, power foot pedals, and a PIN-protected glove box.

No matter which model you prefer, our team at Maserati of Akron is standing by to personally introduce you to the Maserati Ghibli and Quattroporte. We’re confident that you’ll have no difficulty finding the model that’s perfectly suited to your tastes.