2008 BMW 523 vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 523 | 420 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |