2003 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. (187 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 325 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
