2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 325 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |