2002 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. 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 Maserati Gran Turismo (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 318 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
