1998 BMW 323 vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 323 | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 323 | 420 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |