1998 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320.
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 Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 320 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2169 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |