2006 BMW 545 vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 545.
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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 545 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4244 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
