2001 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 90 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 318 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |