2009 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 23 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 420.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 330 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
