1982 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 1982 BMW 325 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Maserati GT 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Maserati GT 3500 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Maserati GT 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati GT 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 325 | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 325 | GT 3500 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
