1959 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 420 (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 745 kg more than 1959 Maserati 420.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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:
| 1959 Maserati 420 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | 420 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4190 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2968 mm |
