1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 1602 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |
