2007 Maserati GranSport vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GranSport would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Maserati GranSport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Maserati GranSport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GranSport. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati GranSport | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | GranSport | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |