2009 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Maserati 228
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1986 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | M3 | 228 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
