1983 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 734 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 525 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
