1987 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1987 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 278 kg more than 1987 BMW 730. 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, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 730 | 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 730 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
