2009 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 245 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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M3 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1343 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
