2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Coupe | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Coupe | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |