2007 BMW 118 vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 228 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118. 2007 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1987 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1987 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 118 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
