1962 BMW 502 vs. 1962 Maserati Spider 3500
To start off, both 1962 BMW 502 and 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 502 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1962 Maserati Spider 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:
| 1962 BMW 502 | 1962 Maserati Spider 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 502 | Spider 3500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 232 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
