2007 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 489 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 525 | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5497 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |