2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Maserati Quattroporte were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 325 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |