1973 BMW 3 vs. 1973 Maserati Khamsin
To start off, both 1973 BMW 3 and 1973 Maserati Khamsin were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Khamsin is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Khamsin weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
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:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1973 Maserati Khamsin | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 3 | Khamsin |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 4899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
