2008 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 320 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
