1992 BMW 540 vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540. 1992 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 540 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 18.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |