1958 Maserati 450 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Maserati 450 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 450 | 118 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1395 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |