1971 BMW 3 vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 1989 Maserati 228 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Maserati 228.
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, 1989 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 3 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
