1984 BMW M6 vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, both 1984 BMW M6 and 1984 Maserati 228 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Maserati 228. 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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | M6 | 228 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |