2009 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 525 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5495 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
