1999 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 318 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
