2005 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M3 | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
