2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW Z4 | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | Z4 | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 358 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2941 mm |