1985 BMW 324 vs. 1960 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1960 Maserati 3500.
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:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1960 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 324 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
