1999 BMW M28i vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420. 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M28i | 420 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
