1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 330.
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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Maserati 450 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 450 | 330 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |