1958 Maserati 350S vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 350S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 350S would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1958 Maserati 350S.
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. 2000 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 350S has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 350S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Maserati 350S | 2000 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | 350S | 330 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2840 mm |
