2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. 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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Maserati Coupe | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Coupe | Z4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |