1960 Maserati 3500 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1960 Maserati 3500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Maserati 3500 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | 3500 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
