2009 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2008 Maserati Coupe has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M3 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
