2009 BMW 530 vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 530 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
