2009 BMW 523 vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 523 | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |