1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | 420 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
