2009 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe. 2008 Maserati Coupe has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
