1992 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,244 cc, 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 192 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 520 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4244 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
