2004 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 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 435 kg more than 2004 BMW 120.
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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 120 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:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 120 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 1335 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1343 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |
