2005 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Maserati 420
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 319 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Maserati 420 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 325 | 420 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |