1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 30 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 195 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Maserati 420 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 420 | 120 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |