1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2001 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325. 2001 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Maserati 450 | 2001 BMW 325 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 450 | 325 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4476 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1685 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |