1959 BMW 700 vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 700 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2790 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |
