2001 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 10 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 521 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 320 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
