2006 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Quattroporte | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Quattroporte | 328 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4243 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |