2005 BMW 318 vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2005 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1985 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1985 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 318 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
