2007 BMW 320 vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 18 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Maserati 228.
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, 1989 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 320 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. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 320 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
