1988 Maserati 420 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 370 kg more than 1988 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 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Maserati 420 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 420 | 325 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |