2001 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 434 kg more than 2001 BMW M3. 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 (489 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (330 Nm). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M3 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 M3 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M3 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3063 mm |
