2008 BMW M6 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GT would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Maserati GT. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Maserati GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GT. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GT. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M6 | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
