1958 BMW 600 vs. 1956 Maserati 300
To start off, 1958 BMW 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 300 (242 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Maserati 300 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1956 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 600 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2320 mm |
