2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati GranSport would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. 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 GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | Z4 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |
