1990 Maserati 420 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1990 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1990 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati 420 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 420 | 320 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1476 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 |