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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Maserati Gran Convertible comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 550 HP), boot space and price (90,000 £ vs 143,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 8 Series Coupé or Maserati Gran Convertible?

BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Maserati Gran Convertible: Key differences

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • considerably cheaper
  • somewhat more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Maserati Gran Convertible

  • very slightly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

8 Series Coupé

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW 8 Series Coupé is considerably cheaper – starting at 90,000 £ , while the Maserati Gran Convertible costs 143,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53,069 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the BMW 8 Series Coupé uses 6.7 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Maserati Gran Convertible with 10.2 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

Gran Convertible

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers somewhat more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 550 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Maserati Gran Convertible takes 3.6 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Coupé delivers a bit more torque with 750 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

8 Series Coupé

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: BMW 8 Series Coupé offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Maserati Gran Convertible is very slightly lighter – 1,795 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers significantly more boot space – 440 L compared to 172 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Coupé carries marginally more – 545 kg compared to 500 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Coupé is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £90,000
8 Series Coupé

BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
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BMW 8 Series Coupé

The BMW 8 Series Coupé blends elegant, low-slung coupé looks with a purposeful, athletic stance that hints at both comfort and serious driving fun. Inside it feels indulgent and driver-focused, the sort of car that turns motorway miles into a breeze while quietly daring you to chase a twisty back road — and yes, it photographs magnificently.

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Maserati Gran Convertible

The Maserati GranCabrio is a striking, sun-loving grand tourer that blends Italian flair with a soundtrack that turns every weekend run into an event. It promises effortless cruising and a cabin wrapped in luxury materials, making it as comfortable on a coastal boulevard as it is show-stopping at a valet line.

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Maserati Gran Convertible

Costs and Consumption
Price
90,000 - 158,900 £
Price
143,100 - 177,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
10.2 - 10.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
230 - 235 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,085 kg
Curb weight
1,795 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
172 L
Length
4,851 - 5,098 mm
Length
-
Width
1,902 - 1,943 mm
Width
1,957 mm
Height
1,346 - 1,420 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
500 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Power HP
490 - 550 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Torque
600 - 650 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Power kW
361 - 404 kW
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3
Engine capacity
2,992 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Maserati
What drive types are available for the BMW 8 Series Coupé?

The BMW 8 Series Coupé is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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