2009 BMW 135 vs. 1989 Maserati 228
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 20 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1989 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 135 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
