2008 BMW 135 vs. 2002 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 BMW 135. 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, 2002 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 135. (407 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 2002 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 135 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1675 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
