2007 Maserati GT vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GT would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
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 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GT. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GT.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GT | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | GT | 730 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |