2008 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 437 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. 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 Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Quattroporte | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |