2002 BMW 332 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 BMW 332. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 332 | GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
