1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 57 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, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450. 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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Maserati 450 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 450 | M3 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1880 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2761 mm |