1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 1982 Maserati 420 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3.3 | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 3.3 | 420 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |