2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2007 Maserati GT | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 320 | GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |