1971 BMW 3 vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1971 BMW 3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 3 | 151 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
