1989 Maserati 430 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
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 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 430 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | 430 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
