1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Gran Turismo 3500 | 320 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |