1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 9 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | Pickster | GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
