1958 Maserati 450 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 201 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 800 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Maserati 450 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 450 | 325 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1590 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |