1957 Maserati 3500 vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1957 Maserati 3500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 3500 | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | 3500 | 123 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
