1984 BMW 323 vs. 1957 Maserati 450
To start off, 1984 BMW 323 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1984 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 323 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 1957 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 323 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 4476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
