1984 Maserati 228 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Maserati 228.
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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 228 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 228 | 120 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |