2008 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 BMW 550. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Coupe. (451 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 550 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4245 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
