2000 BMW 323 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 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 4,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. (211 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. 2000 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 2010 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 323 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
