2003 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 BMW 520.
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 (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 520 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:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 520 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
