1989 Maserati 420 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 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 465 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati 420 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 420 | 325 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
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 | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |