2008 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 324 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 525 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
