1969 BMW 2800 vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 1988 Maserati 420 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420.
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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 2800 | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 2800 | 420 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |