1992 BMW 332 vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Maserati 228. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 332 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
