2011 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 328 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 328 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |