1958 BMW 600 vs. 1956 Maserati 350S
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 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Maserati 350S weights approximately 220 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 350S | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 600 | 350S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2330 mm |
