2002 BMW 760 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport

To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati GranSport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 819 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport. 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, 2002 BMW 760 (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 760 2006 Maserati GranSport
Make BMW Maserati
Model 760 GranSport
Year Released 2002 2006
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 4245 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 438 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 601 Nm 453 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 80 mm
Top Speed 250 km/hour 290 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.6 seconds 4.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2154 kg 1335 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 20.5 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.6 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 73 L


 

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