1998 BMW Pickster 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 Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster 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 78 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | Pickster | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |