1996 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
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 GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 535 | GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 275 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 | 1610 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
