2007 BMW 325 vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420.
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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 325 | 420 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |