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BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Maserati GranTurismo - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 762 HP), boot space and price (99400 £ vs 135800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Convertible or Maserati GranTurismo?

BMW 8 Series Convertible

Maserati GranTurismo

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW 8 Series Convertible has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 99400 £, while the Maserati GranTurismo costs 135800 £. That’s a price difference of around 36348 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 8 Series Convertible manages with 6.90 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Maserati GranTurismo with 9.90 L. The difference is about 3 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Maserati GranTurismo has a slightly edge – offering 762 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 137 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati GranTurismo is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 2.70 s, while the BMW 8 Series Convertible takes 3.30 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Maserati GranTurismo performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 325 km/h, while the BMW 8 Series Convertible tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 75 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Maserati GranTurismo pulls decisively stronger with 1350 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 600 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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In curb weight, Maserati GranTurismo is minimal lighter – 1795 kg compared to 1915 kg. The difference is around 120 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 8 Series Convertible offers a bit more room – 350 L compared to 310 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, Maserati GranTurismo to a small extent takes the win – 500 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Maserati GranTurismo proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Maserati GranTurismo is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £135,800
GranTurismo @ Maserati S.p.A.

Maserati GranTurismo

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 490 - 762 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 9.9 - 10 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.10 kWh
  • Electric Range : 455 km
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BMW 8 Series Convertible

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that drops its roof with the kind of theatrical flourish you expect from a modern Bavarian showboat. It wraps occupants in sumptuous materials and driver-focused polish, offering effortless long-distance comfort and just enough drama to make every arrival feel like an occasion.

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Maserati GranTurismo

The Maserati GranTurismo is a swooping Italian grand tourer that marries dramatic, museum-worthy styling with a sonorous exhaust note that insists on being noticed. It’s the kind of indulgent cruiser for buyers who want theatrical presence and a luxurious, long-distance demeanour rather than everyday practicality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
99400 - 165800 £
Price
135800 - 170500 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L
Consumption L/100km
9.9 - 10 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.10 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
83 kWh
co2
180 - 255 g/km
co2
0 - 226 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1915 - 2125 kg
Curb weight
1795 - 2260 kg
Trunk capacity
350 L
Trunk capacity
270 - 310 L
Length
4851 - 4867 mm
Length
4959 - 4966 mm
Width
1902 - 1907 mm
Width
1957 mm
Height
1345 - 1353 mm
Height
1353 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
340 - 425 kg
Payload
470 - 500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
490 - 762 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.7 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
302 - 325 km/h
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
600 - 1350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
361 - 560 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
2992 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Maserati

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What drive types are available for the BMW 8 Series Convertible?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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