1971 BMW Touring vs. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | Touring | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
