1972 BMW 520 vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 1989 Maserati 228 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 228 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 BMW 520. 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, 1989 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 520 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
