2000 BMW 730 vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 13 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 480 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 730 | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 730 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
