1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1961 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2008 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Maserati 3500 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | 3500 | 118 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
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 | 232 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |