2009 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2009 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 323.
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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 323. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 323 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 323 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
