2008 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati GranSport would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
