2005 BMW 325 vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 325 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
