1987 Maserati 228 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1987 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1987 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1987 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Maserati 228 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 228 | 730 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |