2001 Maserati 3200 GT vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 2013 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has manual transmission. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Maserati 3200 GT | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 3200 GT | M6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2851 mm |