2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Maserati Spyder
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 Maserati Spyder 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 Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2007 Maserati Spyder has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2007 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
