2006 BMW 550 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 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 550.
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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 550 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |