1996 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 123 kg more than 1996 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525. 2007 Maserati GranSport has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 525 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
