2006 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT

To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 330 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
Make BMW Maserati
Model 330 3200 GT
Year Released 2006 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 3217 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 491 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2670 mm