1985 BMW 324 vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 324 | 151 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
