2000 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 256 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 323 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
