1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1942 Maserati 8CL
To start off, 1975 BMW Coupe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Maserati 8CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Maserati 8CL would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Maserati 8CL (424 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Maserati 8CL should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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.
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1975 BMW Coupe | 1942 Maserati 8CL | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | Coupe | 8CL |
Year Released | 1975 | 1942 |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |