1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 420 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 420 | 120 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 210 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 | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |