2006 Maserati GranSport vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati GranSport would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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 GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati GranSport | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | GranSport | 116 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 51 L |