2008 BMW 535 vs. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport
To start off, both 2008 BMW 535 and 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 535. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 535. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 535 | V8 GranSport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
