2001 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 274 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. 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 Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 320 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |