2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Maserati GT were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 320 | GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |