Car comparison

Maserati GranCabrio I 4.7 V8vsBMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8

Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.

New comparison

Maserati GranCabrio I

4.7 V8

450 hp4691 ccGasolineRWDAutomaticNaturally aspiratedCabriolet / convertible2011-2012
VS

BMW M3 Convertible (E93)

4.0 V8

420 hp3999 ccGasolineRWDDual-clutchNaturally aspiratedCabriolet / convertible2008-2010

Comparison overview

Use the estimates as comparison hints and verify exact figures before making decisions.

Best choices

BMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8

  • Quickest 0-100 km/h
    5.1 s
  • Lightest
    1,830 kg
    4,034 lb
  • Best power-to-weight
    230 hp/t
    171 kW/t
    4.4 kg/hp
  • Lowest combined fuel consumption
    12.3 L/100 km
    19.1 mpg US
    23.0 mpg UK
  • Lowest city consumption
    17.3 L/100 km
    13.6 mpg US
    16.3 mpg UK
  • Lowest highway consumption
    9.4 L/100 km
    25.0 mpg US
    30.1 mpg UK
  • Largest trunk
    210 L
  • Best economy score
    74/100
  • Best practicality score
    42/100

Maserati GranCabrio I 4.7 V8

  • Fastest top speed
    285 km/h
    177 mph
  • Most powerful
    450 hp
    336 kW
  • Highest torque
    510 Nm
    376 lb-ft
  • Best estimated range
    517 km
    321 mi
  • Best overall score
    64/100
  • Best performance score
    76/100

Specification comparison

Specification comparison
ModelMaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
Power
450hp336kW
420hp313kW
Torque
510Nm376lb-ft
400Nm295lb-ft
Curb weight
1,980kg4,365lb
1,830kg4,034lb
Gross weight
2,350kg5,181lb
2,280kg5,027lb
Top speed
285 km/h
177 mph
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Calculated
To 99% top speed
80.9s99% target: 282 km/h / 175 mph
Calculated
61.3s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph
Calculated
0-100 km/h
5.2s
5.1s
0-200 km/h
17.2s
Calculated
17.3s
0-60 mph
4.9s
Calculated
4.9s
Calculated
Fuel consumption
14.5L/100 km16.2mpg US19.5mpg UK
12.3L/100 km19.1mpg US23.0mpg UK
Fuel consumption city
22.5L/100 km10.5mpg US12.6mpg UK
17.3L/100 km13.6mpg US16.3mpg UK
Fuel consumption highway
9.8L/100 km24mpg US28.8mpg UK
9.4L/100 km25mpg US30.1mpg UK
Quarter mile
13.3s
Calculated
13.2s
Calculated
Power-to-weight
227hp/t169kW/t103hp/1000 lb
Calculated
230hp/t171kW/t104hp/1000 lb
Calculated
Torque-to-weight
258Nm/t172lb-ft/ton
Calculated
219Nm/t146lb-ft/ton
Calculated
Estimated range
517km321mi
Calculated
512km318mi
Calculated
Displacement
4,691cc286cu in
3,999cc244cu in
Length
4,881mm192in
4,615mm182in
Width
1,915mm75in
1,804mm71in
Height
1,353mm53in
1,392mm55in
Wheelbase
2,942mm116in
2,761mm109in
Front track
1,586mm62in
1,540mm61in
Rear track
1,590mm63in
1,539mm61in
Trunk volume
173L
210L
Max trunk volume-
350L
Doors
2
2
Seats
4
4
Fuel tank
75L
63L
CO2 emissions
337g/km
-

Performance charts

Use the estimates as comparison hints and verify exact figures before making decisions.

Dyno simulation

Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.

Maserati GranCabrio I 4.7 V8BMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8PowerTorque
  • Maserati GranCabrio I 4.7 V8: Power / Torque
  • BMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8: Power / Torque
Dyno simulation data table
VehiclePeak power RPMPeak torque RPMMax engine speed
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V87,000 rpm4,750 rpm7,250 rpm
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V88,300 rpm3,900 rpm8,550 rpm

Acceleration curve

Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.

Acceleration and drag-race table
MetricMaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
Acceleration checkpoints
0-60 mph
0-97 km/h
4.9 s
4.9 s
0-100 km/h
0-62 mph
5.2 s
5.1 s
0-200 km/h
0-124 mph
17.2 s
17.3 s
Top speed
285 km/h
177 mph
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Limited
Drag race simulation
60 ft
18 m
2.2 s
2.2 s
330 ft
101 m
5.8 s
5.8 s
1/8 mile
201 m
8.7 s
8.7 s
1000 ft
305 m
11.2 s
11.1 s
1/4 mile
402 m
13.3 s
13.2 s
Trap speed
1/4 mile
402 m
177 km/h
110 mph
177 km/h
110 mph

Power comparison

Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW

Chart data table
VehicleValue
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8
450 hp
336 kW
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
420 hp
313 kW

Maserati GranCabrio I 4.7 V8 has 30 hp more than BMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8.

The biggest power difference is between BMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8 and Maserati GranCabrio I 4.7 V8: 30 hp (22 kW).

Torque comparison

Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft

Chart data table
VehicleValue
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8
510 Nm
376 lb-ft
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
400 Nm
295 lb-ft

Curb weight comparison

Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb

Chart data table
VehicleValue
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8
1,980 kg
4,365 lb
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
1,830 kg
4,034 lb

Top speed without limiter comparison

Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph

Chart data table
VehicleValue
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8
285 km/h
177 mph
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph

0-100 km/h comparison

Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds

Chart data table
VehicleValue
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V85.2 s
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V85.1 s

Although Maserati GranCabrio I 4.7 V8 has more power, BMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8 is quicker from 0-100 km/h.

The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between BMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8 and Maserati GranCabrio I 4.7 V8: 0.1 s.

Fuel consumption comparison

Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK

Chart data table
VehicleValue
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8
14.5 L/100 km
16.2 mpg US
19.5 mpg UK
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
12.3 L/100 km
19.1 mpg US
23.0 mpg UK

The biggest fuel consumption difference is between BMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8 and Maserati GranCabrio I 4.7 V8: 2.2 L/100 km.

Power-to-weight comparison

Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t

Chart data table
VehicleValue
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8
227 hp/t
169 kW/t
4.4 kg/hp
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
230 hp/t
171 kW/t
4.4 kg/hp

Estimated range comparison

Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi

Chart data table
VehicleValue
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8
517 km
321 mi
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
512 km
318 mi

Performance spider chart

Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.

Chart data table
VehiclePowerAccelerationTop speed
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8
450 hp
336 kW
5.2 s
285 km/h
177 mph
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
420 hp
313 kW
5.1 s
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph

Most attractive quadrant

Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.

Chart data table
VehiclePerformance scorePracticality score
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8
Power
450 hp
336 kW
0-100 km/h5.2 s
Top speed
285 km/h
177 mph
Doors/seats
2 doors
4 seats
Trunk
173 L
6.1 cu ft
Length
4,881 mm
192.2 in
Height
1,353 mm
53.3 in
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
Power
420 hp
313 kW
0-100 km/h5.1 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Doors/seats
2 doors
4 seats
Trunk
210 L
7.4 cu ft
Length
4,615 mm
181.7 in
Height
1,392 mm
54.8 in

Performance vs fuel economy

Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.

Performance vs fuel economy data table
VehiclePerformance scoreFuel economy score
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8
Power
450 hp
336 kW
0-100 km/h5.2 s
Top speed
285 km/h
177 mph
14.5 L/100 km
16.2 mpg US
19.5 mpg UK
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
Power
420 hp
313 kW
0-100 km/h5.1 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
12.3 L/100 km
19.1 mpg US
23.0 mpg UK

BMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8 is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.

Acceleration vs fuel consumption

Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.

Acceleration vs fuel consumption data table
VehicleFuel consumption, L/100 km0-100 km/h, s
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8
14.5 L/100 km
16.2 mpg US
19.5 mpg UK
5.2 s
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
12.3 L/100 km
19.1 mpg US
23.0 mpg UK
5.1 s

Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption

The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.

Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption data table
VehiclePower-to-weight, hp/tFuel consumption, L/100 km
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8
227 hp/t
169 kW/t
4.4 kg/hp
14.5 L/100 km
16.2 mpg US
19.5 mpg UK
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
230 hp/t
171 kW/t
4.4 kg/hp
12.3 L/100 km
19.1 mpg US
23.0 mpg UK

Detailed score breakdown

Detailed score breakdown
VehicleMaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8
Power
450 hp
336 kW
420 hp
313 kW
Torque
510 Nm
376 lb-ft
400 Nm
295 lb-ft
Acceleration
5.2 s
5.1 s
Top speed
285 km/h
177 mph
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Lightness
1,980 kg
4,365 lb
1,830 kg
4,034 lb
Fuel consumption
14.5 L/100 km
16.2 mpg US
19.5 mpg UK
12.3 L/100 km
19.1 mpg US
23.0 mpg UK
Practicality
Doors/seats
2 doors
4 seats
Trunk
173 L
6.1 cu ft
Length
4,881 mm
192.2 in
Height
1,353 mm
53.3 in
Doors/seats
2 doors
4 seats
Trunk
210 L
7.4 cu ft
Length
4,615 mm
181.7 in
Height
1,392 mm
54.8 in
Range score
517 km
321 mi
512 km
318 mi
CO2 score
337 g/km
-
Trunk score
173 L
6.1 cu ft
210 L
7.4 cu ft
Power-to-weight score
227 hp/t
169 kW/t
4.4 kg/hp
230 hp/t
171 kW/t
4.4 kg/hp
Overall
Fixed score
Fixed score

Fuel cost and annual usage

Estimate running costs from combined consumption, your annual distance, and the fuel price in your local currency.

Enter the fuel price in your local currency, for example €/L, $/gal, £/L or any other local currency.

LC = Local Currency

Fuel cost and annual usage
VehicleMaserati GranCabrio I 4.7 V8BMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8
Consumption14.5 L/100 km16.2 mpg US19.5 mpg UK12.3 L/100 km19.1 mpg US23 mpg UK
Cost / 100 km25.38 LC100 km21.53 LC100 km
Cost / 100 mi40.84 LC100 mi34.64 LC100 mi
Annual fuel used2,175 L575 US gal478 UK gal1,845 L487 US gal406 UK gal
Annual fuel cost3,806 LC/year3,229 LC/year

Head-to-head comparisons

Maserati GranCabrio I 4.7 V8

  • Has 30 hp more
  • Has 110 Nm more
  • Has 25 km/h (16 mph) higher top speed
  • Has 5 km (3 mi) more estimated range

Pros

  • Highest top speed
  • Most powerful
  • Highest torque
  • Best estimated range

Cons

  • Slowest 0-100 km/h
  • Highest combined fuel consumption
  • Heaviest
  • Smallest trunk

BMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8

  • Is 150 kg lighter
  • Is 0.1 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
  • Uses 2.2 L/100 km less fuel
  • Has 2 hp/t better power-to-weight
  • Has 37 L more trunk volume

Pros

  • Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
  • Lightest
  • Lowest combined fuel consumption
  • Best power-to-weight ratio
  • Largest trunk

Cons

  • Lowest power
  • Lowest top speed

Choose cars to compare

Brand
Model
Generation
Engine or modification
Maserati GranCabrio I 4.7 V8
BMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8
Compare selected cars
2 vehicles selected

Popular comparisons

4.7 V8
Sport 4.7 V8
VS
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8vsMaseratiGranCabrio IFacelift 2018Sport 4.7 V8
4.0 V8
3.2i 24V
VS
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8vsBMWM3 Convertible (E46)3.2i 24V
4.7 V8
3.0 V6
VS
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8vsMaseratiGranCabrio IIFacelift 20263.0 V6
4.0 V8
4.0 V8
VS
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8vsBMWM3 Coupe (E92)4.0 V8
4.7 V8
Trofeo 3.0 V6
VS
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8vsMaseratiGranCabrio IITrofeo 3.0 V6
4.0 V8
4.0 V8
VS
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8vsBMWM3 (E90)4.0 V8
4.7 V8
4.2 FSI V8
VS
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8vsAUDIR8 Spyder (42)4.2 FSI V8
4.0 V8
3.2
VS
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8vsBMWM3 Convertible (E36)3.2
4.7 V8
4.2 i V8 32V
VS
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8vsMaseratiSpyder4.2 i V8 32V
4.0 V8
CSL 3.2i 24V
VS
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8vsBMWM3 Coupe (E46)CSL 3.2i 24V
4.7 V8
650i
VS
MaseratiGranCabrio I4.7 V8vsBMW6 Series Convertible (F12)650i
4.0 V8
3.0
VS
BMWM3 Convertible (E93)4.0 V8vsBMWM3 (F80)3.0
Maserati GranCabrio I 4.7 V8 vs BMW M3 Convertible (E93) 4.0 V8 - car comparison - FastVsFaster