2009 BMW 535 vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228.
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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 535 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| 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 | 300 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
