2011 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 276 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Maserati Quattroporte | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Quattroporte | 330 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |