2002 BMW 332 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 7 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 4,690 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (434 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 BMW 332. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 BMW 332. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 332 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
