1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1957 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1957 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | Turbo | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
