1996 BMW 528 vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 BMW 528. 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 528 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
