1964 Maserati 3500 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (233 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1964 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:
| 1964 Maserati 3500 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Maserati | BMW |
| Model | 3500 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 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 | 233 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
