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


 

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