1994 BMW M5 vs. 2002 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2002 Maserati Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2002 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M5 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1675 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
