1998 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 325 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
