2005 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 525 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
