2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 and 2009 Maserati Quattroporte were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 225 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.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 330 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |