2001 BMW M vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 506 kg more than 2001 BMW M. 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 GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 BMW M | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 86 L |