2006 BMW 550 vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1984 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 550 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
