2008 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 386 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 525 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 405 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
