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BMW 8 Series Coupé vs Maserati Gran Convertible - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (625 HP vs 762 HP), boot space and price (90000 £ vs 143100 £ ) 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

Maserati Gran Convertible

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

8 Series Coupé

Costs and Efficiency:

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

BMW 8 Series Coupé has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 90000 £ , while the Maserati Gran Convertible costs 143100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 53069 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW 8 Series Coupé manages with 6.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Maserati Gran Convertible with 10.20 L. The difference is about 3.50 L per 100 km.

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 Maserati Gran Convertible 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 Gran Convertible is to a small extent quicker – completing the sprint in 2.80 s, while the BMW 8 Series Coupé takes 3.20 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Maserati Gran Convertible performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 316 km/h, while the BMW 8 Series Coupé tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 66 km/h.

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

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 slightly more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Maserati Gran Convertible is hardly perceptible lighter – 1795 kg compared to 1805 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

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

When it comes to payload, BMW 8 Series Coupé minimal takes the win – 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 holds a narrow overall lead 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.

BMW 8 Series Coupé
Maserati Gran Convertible

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from about £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

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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BMW 8 Series Coupé
Maserati Gran Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
90000 - 158900 £
Price
143100 - 177800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L
Consumption L/100km
10.2 - 10.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.10 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
83 kWh
co2
176 - 263 g/km
co2
0 - 236 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
2 - 4
Doors
2
Curb weight
1805 - 2085 kg
Curb weight
1795 - 2340 kg
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Trunk capacity
114 - 172 L
Length
4851 - 5098 mm
Length
4959 - 4966 mm
Width
1902 - 1943 mm
Width
1957 mm
Height
1346 - 1420 mm
Height
1365 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
370 - 545 kg
Payload
450 - 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
3.2 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 3.9 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
290 - 316 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 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Maserati
Is the BMW 8 Series Coupé offered with different drivetrains?

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

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.