2008 BMW 550 vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 550 | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3217 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |