2009 BMW 328 vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 328 | 420 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |