2005 BMW 740 vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1989 Maserati 228. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 228. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 740 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
