2005 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Maserati Coupe.
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 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 2002 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M3 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1675 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
