1959 Maserati Tipo 61 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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.
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1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Tipo 61 | 330 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2890 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |