2006 BMW 645 vs. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. (320 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2009 Maserati GranTurismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 119 kg more than 2006 BMW 645.
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, 2009 Maserati GranTurismo (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 645. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2009 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 645 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
