1963 Maserati 3500 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 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. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1963 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1963 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Maserati 3500 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | 3500 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
