1995 BMW 330 vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 330 | 420 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |