1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 55 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 95 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 1015 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Maserati 450 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 450 | 335 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4476 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1805 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |