2006 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 266 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 325 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
