1971 BMW Touring vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring 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 270 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 135 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | Touring | 151 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
