1986 BMW 735 vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 BMW 735. 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 735 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
