2009 BMW 760 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati GranSport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati GranSport would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Maserati GranSport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Maserati GranSport. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Maserati GranSport. 2009 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati GranSport has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati GranSport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 760 | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 760 | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
