1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 416 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 420 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 420 | 325 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |